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Georgetown Today
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Historic Georgetown Home With Storied Past Sees Price Cut
The Marbury House, once home to a prominent Federalist and the Kennedys, is now listed for $6.45 million.
Apr. 8, 2026 at 2:37am
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The Marbury House, a historic Georgetown landmark with ties to the nation's founding and the Kennedy family, is now on the market with a price cut.Georgetown TodayThe Marbury House, a historic Georgetown home built in 1811, has seen a price cut to $6.45 million. The home has a storied past, having been owned by William Marbury, a prominent Federalist and the namesake of the landmark Supreme Court case Marbury v. Madison, as well as serving as the Washington residence of Senator John F. Kennedy and Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy in the late 1950s.
Why it matters
The Marbury House is a rare example of a Georgetown property that has maintained its architectural integrity and historical significance over the centuries. As one of the capital's most notable homes, its pedigree bridges the early Republic and the Kennedy Camelot era, making it a unique piece of American history.
The details
The 5,215-square-foot home features 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, and sits on a 4,917-square-foot lot. It boasts classic Federal-style architecture, including a rose-red brick facade, symmetrically aligned sash windows, a delicate fanlight, and a refined cornice. The interior includes a gracious stair hall, high ceilings, a double parlor, an elegant dining room, and five bedrooms on the upper floors.
- The Marbury House was built circa 1811.
- The Kennedys purchased the home in late 1957 and lived there until 1961.
- The home is now listed for $6.45 million, down from its previous price.
The players
William Marbury
A prominent Georgetown financier, staunch Federalist, and the namesake of the landmark Supreme Court case Marbury v. Madison.
John F. Kennedy
The 35th President of the United States, who lived in the Marbury House with his wife Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy in the late 1950s.
Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy
The wife of President John F. Kennedy, who reimagined the interiors of the Marbury House during their time living there.
What’s next
The property is currently listed for sale, and interested buyers will have the opportunity to own a piece of American history in the heart of Georgetown.
The takeaway
The Marbury House stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of Georgetown's architectural and historical significance, offering a rare chance for a discerning buyer to own a property that has witnessed the evolution of the nation's capital.
